Stripping: learn all about this hair removal procedure

Do you regret having dyed your hair or want to change the color? You will probably have to go through the pickling. Because it is a chemical hair process, you have to be careful not to damage the wires even more. We consulted the hairdresser Edson Idogawa, from Hair Studio Anzen, to answer all your questions about the technique. Check out:

What is pickling?

Pickling is the name of the process that removes hair dye or artificial coloring from hair. This is a delicate and doubly aggressive procedure, as pickling is already a second chemical, done after coloring.

How is pickling done?

Pickling can be done with specific pigment removal products, such as Dekapcolor, and also with the classic mixture used in bleaching: bleaching powder and hydrogen peroxide. The products are applied to the pigmented locks, waiting for an action time and then the strands are washed. There are cases where just one application is enough, but when the paint is too dark, you have to repeat the process.

It is recommended to do the procedure in the salon with a professional, as it is an aggressive process, which can cause chemical cut if done wrong. The costs are similar to a regular bleaching. If you insist on doing it at home, you will have to pay for the products for the stripping and for the recovery of the wires.

pickling X discoloration

According to the hairdresser, they are similar processes, but done at different times. While bleaching is done to remove the natural pigment from the strands, pickling is performed after dyeing or artificial coloring. Therefore, the stripping ends up being more aggressive, because the hair has probably already undergone a previous discoloration.

When to do the pickling?

It is recommended when the person wants to change the color of the strands to a light tone, but has a dark dye in the hair. The specialist points out that the darker the pigment, the more difficult it is to remove it. Stripping black hair, for example, is extremely laborious, as it is a dark coloring that requires more than one application to come out and, even so, some pigments may remain in the strands.

In orange hair, the procedure is done to neutralize the redness in the locks and leave them blonde or platinum. According to Edson, it is not recommended for people who have already done some volume reduction process or hair straightening. According to the hairdresser, the products used in the pickling are incompatible with those used during these previous chemicals.

Care with the procedure

Before stripping, it is recommended to consult a professional to check the condition of your wires and make sure they can withstand other chemicals without much damage. The products used must be of quality and, after pickling, it is necessary to replace all the nutrients lost during the process. Check out the necessary care and products that can be used at each stage:

Before

1. Yenzah Anti-Residue Shampoo, at Época Cosmetics
2. Vichy Hair Cleansing Cream, at Época Cosméticos
3. Keune Fortifying Shampoo, at Época Cosmetics

During

1. Dekapcolor, in the Americans
2. Yama Bleaching Powder, at Ikesaki
3. Kert Peroxide Water 30 volumes, at Ikesaki

Later

1. Schwarzkopf Hair Reconstruction Ampoule, at Beauty on the Web
2. Lola Cosmetics Kit Capillary Schedule, in Americanas
3. L’Oréal Mask for nourishing treatment, at Segredos de Salon

It is important to take care of the wires even before the procedure, so that it can withstand a stripping. In addition, it is essential that you follow the steps of nutrition, hydration and reconstruction, as they will help in the recovery of your hair fiber.

Pickling: before and after

To give you an idea of ​​the result of the procedure, we have separated videos and reports from those who have already gone through the process. Check out:

1. Stripping to remove black hair

Only those who have dyed their hair black know how difficult it is to remove the dark pigment from the locks. But nothing is impossible! In this video, we follow the entire procedure done by an expert.

2. Soap cap: how to remove red hair

If you’re on the redhead team, you know that red and orange hues change frequently. In this video, we see a homemade pickling process and the results of a redhead before and after soap cap.

3. Colored hair stripping

In order for the pigment to stick to your hair with a color that is true to the packaging, it must be “clean” from other old colorings. See how to do a stripping with shampoo and bleaching powder to remove the color. Remember that this procedure only works when the strands have been colored with temporary toners.

4. Pickling to fix stained hair

A general bleaching done on dyed hair can result in stained locks. In this video, we follow how to use pickling to correct these stains and see the result of a new color.

Pickling is a complex process that involves a lot of chemistry. Therefore, always consult a professional before doing so, as carelessness with the highlights can result in very damaged strands. To prevent this from happening, the tip is to follow a hair schedule.